12.28.2010

Goodness, what is going on here? Every year, while back home in Los Angeles, I have all sorts of trouble posting on here. Not only do I have very limited access to a computer (it's true: I still don't own a laptop), but the chaos of the holidays becomes all too time-consuming and overwhelming. Please believe me when I say this though: come the end of the week, when I am back home in rainy Portland, posting will be constant. For now though, I am going to do what I can. Today? Random bits of beauty from some truly talented photographers. And one more thing: I hope you all had a lovely Christmas!

(The following post is by a new Design is Mine contributor, my dear friend Christopher Williams. From time-to-time, he will be posting his favorites for style and design inspiration. Hooray for finally having a male guest blogger!)

To celebrate the release of "Strange Powers", the documentary about Stephin Merritt and his band The Magnetic Fields, I've chosen some items that (to me) carry a touch of Mr. Merritt's personality and signature themes that run through his songs.

It's true- as much as I truly adore pretty and feminine items, I sincerely appreciate well-designed, snarky pieces. Maybe it's due to the fact that (surprise!) I have the mouth of a sailor. So please, Santa, can I have this oh-so special Cheers Mother Fucker flask for Christmas? ($50)

12.15.2010

It may sound strange, but I happen to be a very frequent "meow"er. Whenever there is a lull in a conversation, or if I'm just feeling like it, I meow. Now, thanks to Geoff and Anabela of fieldguided, I can meow in a variety of different languages. Buy the bag here. ($15)

12.14.2010

...but not much more. I fell in love with these books when they first came out, but my passion has been reignited with seeing them displayed in bookstores all over for the holidays. Be sure to check out Coralie Bickford-Smith's (the designer of the covers) truly inspiring portfolio.

12.07.2010

First of all, I'd like to apologize for the couple days of silence. My to-do list is a mile long and I definitely need some training in the art of time management. This time of year brings with it a whole lot of chaos. But, as shown above, it can bring a whole lot of joy and beauty. What are your favorite wintertime activities?